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The student news site of Independence High School in Frisco, Texas

IHS Knight News

The student news site of Independence High School in Frisco, Texas

IHS Knight News

The student news site of Independence High School in Frisco, Texas

IHS Knight News

Leading by example

Olivia Howell, Reporter February 6, 2017

You see presentations on Fridays during activity period about everything from diversity to cyberbullying. There is an organization that is mastermind behind these. “They’re an elite group of...

Benefits of taking Outdoor Education

Kaitlyn Taylor, Reporter February 2, 2017

Many students would try anything to get out of doing the physical part in physical education. But in high school, you must have a P.E. credit in order to graduate. For those who prefer not to workout,...

Family bonds through sports broadcasting

Chelseia Blair, Reporter January 31, 2017

While a coach puts the players on the field, a new club is putting them on the screen. Sports Broadcasting is a club that broadcasts Independence and district games. Their program provides HD footage...

Benefits of culinary arts

Nathalie Pent, Reporter January 25, 2017

As high school students, we will soon be on our own living independently. Cleaning, doing your laundry, and especially cooking for yourself are some crucial skills that you might need to know in order...

Shyann’s Saving Grace

Minseo Joo, Lead Reporter January 23, 2017

Practice safe sharing in 2017

Taylor Calhoun, Reporter/Web Editor January 23, 2017

In recent weeks, you've seen many school organizations promoting positive aspects of school culture. However, there have been multiple incidents where social media has been used to post some not so...

Powerlifting isn’t only for boys

Chloe McIntosh, Reporter January 17, 2017

Independence High School is one of the few schools to have a co-ed powerlifting team, which is something that puts the female powerlifters in a new perspective. “It’s weird because you’re not...

Chemistry on the court

Megan Linn, Reporter January 10, 2017

Some people believe that skill determines the result of a game. In fact, the result may depend on how well the players know each other. Bonding, connection and personality are what some of our girls...

Frisco on Ice

Rebecca Robinson, Lead Reporter January 6, 2017

The Frisco ISD hockey team is the only team in Frisco that features players from all over the district. Last year, this team was 15-5 and even competed at nationals. “We finished seventh in the...

Changes in the debate program

Chelseia Blair, Reporter November 11, 2016

The 2015-2016 school year was one to remember for the Knight Debate Team. “We were able to win sweepstakes at Wylie High School's tournament and that was an amazing win for us and we’re looking...

Meet Pop Choir

Kaitlyn Taylor, Reporter November 9, 2016

Many may know about the show “Glee” or the movie “Pitch Perfect.” What these realistic fictions have in common is not just singing, but students performing popular songs of this generation. Independence...

The Royals’ familial bond

Chloe McIntosh, Reporter November 3, 2016

From high-kicks and jump splits to just hanging out on the weekends, the Royals seem to have a strong familial bond. The Royals are Independence High School’s drill team. These dancers have grown...

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